Labs Systems Administrator at DCS Corporation

Salary Range: $42,986 - $73,198

Essential Job Functions:

Install, troubleshoot and perform repairs on DoD computing equipment and workstations to include networked and stand-alone systems.

Solve users’ routine problems with computers or applications software with front-facing customer support.

Perform routine incremental and full system backups across various platforms.

Provide direct and remote support to users for network and desktop hardware and software challenges.

Assist F/A-18E/F & EA-18G Laboratory users, diagnose IT problems, and recommend, develop, and implement solutions.

Manage and operate the Labs’ communication and internal networks, including the development of software and database applications.

Install new software, administer security procedures, ensure system back-ups and monitor network performance.

Provide recommendations for Lab Systems Administration process improvements.

Exhibit technical and operational proficiency in IT duties.

Proactively implement projects and programs in the Labs IT environment.

Provide IT vulnerability patching and remediation.

Support Enterprise Services Team with joint system requirements for site network repairs or upgrades.

Perform test support functions and maintenance of the Secure Defense Research & Engineering Network platform.

Support fluid lab schedules across morning and evening shifts

Required skills:

Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.

High School diploma plus 5 years of associated experience required. 

Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Experience with Microsoft operating systems. Windows 7/10/11, Windows Server 2012/2016.

Windows Operating System Certification required within 6 months of start date.

Security + certification upon start date.

Obtain and maintain a COMSEC briefing and certification.

Ability to stand and be mobile for long durations of time, including kneeling and lifting up to 50-lbs independently.

Desired Skills:

Experience with Windows server environments and closed-loop networks.

Experience with OpenVMS, Debian, RedHat Enterprise, and/or Microsoft Server Operating Systems.

CompTIA Network+ or CompTIA A+ certification